Fenwick, WV

West Virginia

Fenwick is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 45. Residents earn $48,393 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
45 Population 321/sq mi density
$48,393 Median Income $22,971 per capita
$43,400 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$48,393 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$43,400 home value
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,393
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $43,400
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.6%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.6%
131% higher than US avg

How Fenwick Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population45
Median Age70.2 yrs
Density321/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans37.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$48,393
Per Capita$22,971
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty28.6%
County GDP$883M
Commute75 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$43,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units39

Health

Obesity30.6%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking17.9%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease8.2%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain55.8 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation2,172 ft (662 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+89.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute75 min
Broadband25.0%
Libraries3

Is Fenwick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fenwick receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Fenwick stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fenwick is $48,393, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 28.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 75 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fenwick is $43,400, 85% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Fenwick experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.8 inches, including 100.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Fenwick has a population of 45 with a density of 321 people per square mile. The median age is 70.2 years, 80% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

45
Total Population
321
People / sq mi
70.2yrs
Median Age
80% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Fenwick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fenwick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fenwick is $48,393, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 75 minutes.

Income: Fenwick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,393
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,971
Avg Weekly Wage$979
IRS Avg AGI$56,288

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate28.6%
131% above US avg
Establishments (County)827
County GDP$883M

Business (County)

Restaurants59
Healthcare67
Retail94
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,314
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time75.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fenwick is $43,400, 85% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$43,400
85% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$714
1 Bedroom$766
2 Bedrooms$945
3 Bedrooms$1,231
4 Bedrooms$1,380

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units39
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,314
34% below US avg
Effective Rate5.33%
In Fenwick, 30.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fenwick vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.6%
5% below US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease8.2%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma8.9%
COPD10.1%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking9.2%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep30.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate65.3%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Checkup Rate56.5%
Dental Visits33.2%
Premature Death14,497/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access48.8%
Healthcare Facilities67
Fenwick has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.8 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.8 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall100.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,172 ft (662 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density321/sq mi
Coordinates38.2299°N, 80.5810°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.2-point margin. 25.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.3%
D 19.1%

Winner: Republican by 60.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+89.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.81
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density321/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access25.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants59
Retail Stores94

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute75.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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